Tāniko Techniques in Knitting: Crafting Colorful Cowls with Françoise Danoy
Step into the mesmerizing realm of Maori-inspired Tāniko weaving motifs as we bring them to life through knitting. In this 3-hour workshop, you'll journey through colorwork techniques that transform simple cowls into artful masterpieces echoing the tales and tradition of the Māori. With the choice to weave your narrative from five different stitch motifs, each rooted in Tāniko's tradition, you'll unlock endless creativity, bridging the ancient art of weaving with the contemporary charm of knitting.
Join us as we knit our tales with colors, creating cowls that don't just warm our necks, but also our souls, with stories of tradition, artistry, and innovation.
This workshop is open to students age 18+
Date & Time
Saturday June 1, 9am-12pm
Skill Level
Students must be comfortable with knit and purl stitches, adventurous beginners welcome.
Materials Fee
N/A
Students Should Bring
- Two skeins of DK/8-ply yarn in two solid color ways that the student would like to use for the workshop (one skein per color)
- US 8 / 5 mm needles (for practice during the workshop).
- Notions including darning/tapestry needle and stitch markers.
Note: Homework is required before the workshop to knit up a 2x2 ribbing brim. Students will receive an email from the instructor with specific instructions.
About the Instructor
Françoise is a textile fiber artist and creative business coach whose unique background and cultural heritage inform her work in captivating and meaningful ways. Born to a Franco-Māori family in Australia and raised in America, Françoise's diverse background has given her a unique perspective on the world and a rich tapestry of experiences to draw from in her work. With a deep passion for the fiber arts, Françoise has honed her skills over the years as a knitwear designer producing designs that are at once beautiful, intricate, and thought-provoking that tell deeply personal stories of her experiences as a diaspora Māori that resonate and connect with audiences worldwide. Her love of color, texture, and pattern is evident in every piece she creates, and she is always experimenting with new techniques and materials to bring her visions to life. Currently residing in San Antonio, Texas, Françoise continues to produce captivating fiber art and coach others in their design journeys, and as an Expert Generalist with Magical Teams. Her work has been internationally recognized, and she is highly sought after as a teacher and speaker, sharing her wisdom and expertise with others in the fiber arts community.
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